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Federal Cybersecurity Specialist

U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Albuquerque
Estimated Salary
USD 78.000 – USD 120.000
New
Live Update
25 September 2026
Deadline
25 Sep 2027

Job Description

Join our elite federal cybersecurity team in Albuquerque, NM, protecting critical infrastructure and national security interests. We seek a dedicated professional to implement advanced security protocols, conduct threat assessments, and ensure compliance with federal standards. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of serving your country in a vital role.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement network security systems to prevent cyber threats
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on federal systems
  • Monitor security incidents using SIEM tools and develop mitigation strategies
  • Ensure compliance with NIST, FISMA, and other federal security standards
  • Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system architectures
  • Prepare incident response reports and security documentation
  • Maintain current knowledge of emerging cybersecurity threats and countermeasures

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 3 years of cybersecurity experience in federal or regulated environments
  • Security+ CE or CISSP certification required
  • Proficiency with security tools (Splunk, Wireshark, Metasploit)
  • Familiarity with risk assessment frameworks (OCTAVE, FAIR)
  • Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and ICS/SCADA systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Required Skills

Cybersecurity Network Security Incident Response NIST Compliance CISSP Splunk AWS Security Risk Assessment

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